March 2025

Why Manufacturing is the Top Target for Cyberattacks – And How to Fight Back
· Cybersecurity

Why Manufacturing is the Top Target for Cyberattacks – And How to Fight Back

Manufacturing remains one of the most targeted industries for cyberattacks, with ransomware and data extortion incidents leading the way. The Arctic Wolf Threat Report 2025 highlights how cybercriminals exploit operational vulnerabilities in manufacturing environments, causing disruptions that can lead to financial loss, reputational damage, and production downtime. Below, we explore key cybersecurity threats in the manufacturing sector […]

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Are data historians holding us back?
· Connected Industry

Are data historians holding us back?

The role of the data historian has changed a lot since the 1980s, and it’s time to rethink how it serves us. Industry 4.0 demands better integration between OT and IT systems, allowing teams to centralize data and extract real-time insights across the entire enterprise. But your average data historian is a roadblock. Monolithic, end-to-end […]

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MQTT Brokers: Enabling Real-Time Data Integration in Manufacturing
· Discrete Manufacturing

MQTT Brokers: Enabling Real-Time Data Integration in Manufacturing

In modern manufacturing, seamless data flow between operational technology (OT) and information technology (IT) is critical for efficiency and innovation. During a recent panel discussion, Ravi Subramanyan, Director of Industry Solutions Manufacturing at HiveMQ, highlighted the growing role of MQTT brokers in enabling real-time industrial IoT (IIoT) data integration and optimizing data movement across manufacturing […]

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How Automatic Carrier Systems Are Revolutionizing the Food Industry
· Process Manufacturing

How Automatic Carrier Systems Are Revolutionizing the Food Industry

The food industry, a sector traditionally reliant on manual labor, is experiencing a transformative shift with the introduction of automatic carrier systems. These advanced technologies are reshaping how food products are transported, stored, and handled across production lines, warehouses, and distribution centers. By incorporating automation, businesses in the food industry are not only enhancing operational […]

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